Special Education Teacher | Tacoma, Washington

Job Description

Job Description

Make a meaningful impact guiding young adults through life’s transitions in an onsite Special Education teaching role for the 2026-2027 school year. This is your opportunity to provide daily instruction and support within a dynamic transition classroom setting, working with students aged 18-22. The position offers the chance to collaborate with a talented staff in a supportive environment focusing on holistic student development.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of Special Education teaching experience within a school setting
• Valid Washington SPED license and Education Staff Associate (ESA) certificate (must be verifiable)
• Demonstrated expertise supporting transition-age students (18-22), preferably in a similar classroom environment
• Strong knowledge of individualized transition plans (ITPs) and adaptive instructional strategies
• Ability to build trust and rapport with students, families, and professional staff
• Effective communicator with excellent recordkeeping and progress monitoring skills
• Experience implementing inclusive practices that foster independence and community engagement

Role Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, meaningful instruction tailored to each student’s abilities and transition goals
• Create and implement individual education and transition plans (IEPs/ITPs)
• Foster essential life, vocational, and self-advocacy skills for successful post-school outcomes
• Collaborate closely with families, agencies, and program staff to maximize student support
• Provide ongoing assessment, data collection, and written progress updates for all students
• Participate in school team meetings and transition planning committees
• Maintain consistent classroom management while supporting student independence

This full-time contract position is exclusively onsite, offering a consistent weekly schedule of 37.5 hours. Please be aware: a BIE adjudication process may delay your start by up to one week, and all candidates must complete a prescreening process.

Bring your expertise and passion to a program that values your experience. If you’re ready to take the next step in your Special Education career, apply today and help shape bright futures for young adults transitioning to independence.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.71 to $48.71. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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